The Comoros-flagged oil tanker with 16 crews including 13 Indians onboard capsized off Oman's major industrial port of Duqm on July 15. Built in 2007, the vessel is a small 117-metre-long oil products tanker. These types of vessels are mostly used for short coastal voyages.
A Comoros-flagged oil tanker with 16 crews including 13 Indians onboard capsized off Oman, according to the Maritime Security Centre. The tanker was reportedly heading to the Yemeni port of Aden and capsized off Oman's major industrial port of Duqm.
The Indian Navy routinely participates alongside US Navy units in multilateral exercises across the Pacific, including Southwest Asia and littoral Africa.
This achievement has been significantly propelled by the Ministry of Defence's push towards Atmanirbharta, or self-reliance, in the defence sector. Additionally, the Directorate General of Naval Armament Inspection of the Indian Navy has provided crucial guidance and support throughout the process.
While observing the 10th International Yoga Day, the Indian Navy has highlighted the effectiveness of Yoga in the mental and physical health of the officials and its use as a soft power by promoting cultural diplomacy, spreading the Indian philosophy of “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam”.
The Indian Navy said that this feat accomplished by a serving woman officer of the Indian Navy for the first time is noteworthy.
Indian Army is set to receive first Hermes-900 Starliner drone, known as Drishti-10, on May 18 as part of efforts to bolster border surveillance along the Pakistan border. Supplied by Adani Defence Systems, the drone acquisition underscores India's commitment to enhancing its defence capabilities.
The Supersonic Missile Assisted Release of Torpedo (SMART) was tested at the coast of Odisha's Balasore. This trial is said to be significant in establishing anti-submarine warfare capabilities.
According to the statement released by the Indian Navy Spokesperson, a total of 30 crew, including 22 Indian nationals, were reported to be safe.
The Indian Navy veterans, who were working with Doha-based Al Dahra Global Technologies, were taken into custody in August 2022 on the charges of spying on behalf of Israel.
An alumnus of prestigious institutions like Sainik School Rewa and the National Defence Academy, Dinesh Tripathi has been honored with awards like the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal and the Nausena Medal for his dedication to duty.
After more than 12 hours of intense coercive tactical measures as per the SOPs, the pirates on board the hijacked fishing vessel were forced to surrender by the Indian Navy.
The Indian Navy saved 23 Pakistani nationals from Somali pirates during a 12-hour-long operation in the Arabian Sea. watch to know more!
The pirates made a hijack attempt on an Iranian Fishing Vessel 'Al Kamar 786'. The Indian Navy has deployed its assets to rescue the hijacked vessel.
Bulgarian President Rumen Radev on Monday thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi after the Indian Navy rescued a hijacked merchant vessel in the Arabian Sea, with seven Bulgarian crew members. The Navy thwarted the piracy attempt on MV Ruen and coerced 35 pirates to surrender.
On Saturday, the C-17 aircraft of the Indian Air Force executed a precision air-born drop of two boats along with Indian Navy MARCOS in the Arabian Sea in support of ongoing anti-piracy 'Operation Sankalp' and rescued 17 including Bulgarian nationals.
The Indian Navy released a statement after the crash of Remotely Piloted Aircraft in Kochi, saying an inquiry to investigate the incident has been ordered.
The Indian Navy reiterated its unwavering commitment to maintaining maritime security and ensuring the safety of seafarers navigating through these perilous waters.
Indian Navy personnel's swift response to a maritime incident saved crew members’ lives in the Gulf of Aden. Barbados Flagged Bulk Carrier MV True Confidence reported on fire after a missile hit. Crew members forced to abandon the commercial ship as they sustained critical injuries.
In a social media post, the Indian Navy said that INS Kolkata rescued the crew using "integral helicopter and boats". It added that the navy personnel involved in the operation also provided them with critical medical aid.
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